Stacy Carey
Carey-ed Away Travel
Xmas Markets Land 2025
Experience the Magic of Europe’s Christmas Markets!
Join us for a 7-night holiday getaway exploring the festive Christmas markets in Prague, Cesky Krumlov, Bratislava, Vienna, and Budapest. Enjoy round-trip flights, First-Class hotels, and 11 meals (7 breakfasts, 4 dinners). Travel comfortably by motor coach with an expert tour manager and local guides leading the way.
Highlights include:
- Discover Prague, the “City of a Thousand Spires.”
- Explore Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Stroll through Bratislava’s charming streets.
- See Vienna’s iconic landmarks along the famous Ringstrasse.
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Budapest from Fisherman’s Bastion.
This trip blends holiday charm with cultural exploration. Be ready for 3–4 hours of walking each day, often on cobblestone streets and uneven terrain. Book early to secure your spot and make this Christmas unforgettable!
What's included in this trip:
- 7 nights First Class accommodations
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Hotel porterage
- 11 meals: 7 breakfasts, 4 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
- Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout
- Services of local guides
- Entrance fees per itinerary
- Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
What's not included:
- Optional tours
- Gratuities
- Flights
Itinerary:
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Day 1 (Sunday, November 30): Depart for the Czech Republic
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Day 2 (Monday, December 1): Arrive in Prague
Arrive in the "Golden City "of Prague, and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Dinner
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Day 3 (Tuesday, December 2): Tour of Prague, Christmas Markets
Begin the day with a walking tour of Prague to the picturesque Lesser Town, with its ancient burgher houses, and quaint side streets. Admire breathtaking views of Prague Castle as you cross the Charles Bridge, one of Europe's oldest stone bridges, to the Old Town, the medieval center of Prague. Explore the cobbled streets around Old Town Square. View the white stucco St. Nicholas Church, the world-famous Astronomical Clock, and Town Hall. The rest of the day is free to explore the enchanting Christmas markets. View traditional wooden stalls offering handmade crafts, ornaments, and Czech delicacies
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast
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Day 4 (Wednesday, December 3): Travel to Cesky Krumlov, Tour Cesky Krumlov, Christmas Market
Depart Prague, and travel through the scenic South Bohemia region to Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through the quaint cobblestone alleys of the Old Town, and marvel at the iconic Cesky Krumlov Castle with its towering spires, and majestic courtyards. Later, explore the delightful Christmas market. Browse through wooden stalls offering an array of handmade gifts and local crafts, perfect for finding unique souvenirs and stocking stuffers. Tonight, savor traditional Czech cuisine
Overnight: Cesky Krumlov
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 (Thursday, December 4): Travel to Bratislava, City Tour of Bratislava, Christmas Market
Today, head to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The beautifully restored Old Town with its winding lanes, and medieval courtyards is nestled between the steep Castle Hill, and the Danube River. On arrival, explore the historic center on a guided walking tour. View Primatial Square, with its Renaissance fountain, the 15th century Old Town Hall, Franciscan Square, Mirbach Palace, and the 15th century St Martin's Cathedral. After, take time to browse Bratislava's Christmas market, and experience the magic of the holiday season, before dinner tonight
Overnight: Bratislava
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6 (Friday, December 5): Vienna City Tour, Christmas Markets
Depart Bratislava, and travel through the Austrian countryside to the capital city of Vienna. Embark on a panoramic tour of Vienna. View Ringstrasse, Vienna's main boulevard, Hofburg Palace, the Opera House, the monument of Empress Maria Theresia, Votive Church, City Hall, Parliament, and Musikverein, the music hall of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Next, walk through the Hofburg courtyards to the iconic State Opera House. Spend the afternoon exploring Vienna's festive Christmas markets. Be sure to stop at a café to sample the famous Viennese Sacher Torte before returning to Bratislava
Overnight: Bratislava
Meals: Breakfast
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Day 7 (Saturday, December 6): Travel to Budapest, City Tour of Budapest, Christmas Market
This morning, travel to Budapest, capital of Hungary. Embark on a city tour that begins in Pest. Continue to view the Parliament, Heroes' Square, and Market Hall before crossing the Danube to the Buda Hills. Here, see the Royal Palace, and view the 13th century Matthias Church. Proceed to the Fisherman's Bastion for enthralling panoramic views of the city. Free time to browse Budapest's Christmas market, filled with wooden stalls richly decorated with traditional wares. Tonight perhaps, choose the optional Danube Cruise that includes dinner
Optional: Danube Dinner Cruise (PM)
Overnight: Budapest
Meals: Breakfast
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Day 8 (Sunday, December 7): Full Day in Budapest
Spend the day at leisure, and pamper yourself at one of Europe's best old-world spas. Perhaps, join the optional Half Day Szentendre Tour. Travel to Szentendre, nestled on the banks of the Danube River. On arrival, take a walking tour of Szentendre's historic center with its cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and quaint shops. Free time to explore art workshops, and studios showcasing the works of local, and international artists. Next, visit Marzipan Museum*. Learn about the history of marzipan, and the techniques as well as secrets behind marzipan sculpting. Conclude the visit at the café, and enjoy traditional mulled wine along with Christmas cake. Afterward, head back to Budapest. At dinner tonight, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
*Museum is subject to closures during Christmas holidays.
Optional: Half Day Szentendre Tour
Overnight: Budapest
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 9 (Monday, December 8): Depart Hungary
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a relaxing cruise down the Danube on a private boat, accompanied by the commentary of your local expert. The views from the river are magnificent as you admire the skyline from a different perspective of the city after sunset. The buffet dinner features Hungarian specialties and wine. Transportation is included.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. Cost $90 per person
DAY 8: Half Day Szentendre Tour
Embark on a tour to Szentendre, known as Arts City, nestled on the banks of the Danube River. On arrival, take a walking tour of Szentendre's historic center with its cobblestone streets, pastel-colored buildings, and quaint shops. Free time to explore art workshops, and studios showcasing the works of local and international artists. Next, visit Marzipan Museum*. Learn about the history of marzipan, and the techniques as well as secrets behind marzipan sculpting. Conclude the visit at the café, and enjoy traditional mulled wine along with Christmas cake. Afterward, head back to Budapest.
*Museum is subject to closures during Christmas holidays.
Approximate tour duration is 5 hours. Cost is $50 per person
Andel's by Vienna House Prague, Prague
Cancellation policy:
Deposits are non-refundable. Once a partial or full payment has been made, cancellations must be submitted in writing. Cancellation fees will be applied based on the date that the written cancellation is received and based on the following days prior to departure. Fees will be calculated as a percentage of the total amount received, excluding Travel Protection, previously assessed fees, and ticketed airfare. Cancellation fees will not be less than the initial non-refundable deposit. The travel protection plan premium is non-refundable after a 10-day review period. Carey-ed Away Travel charges an additional $50 cancellation fee in addition to what the tour operator charges as a penalty.
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Cancellation Fees for all Reservations, except where specified:
Up to 91 days prior to departure: $300 per person
90 to 31 days prior to departure: 50%
30 to 2 days prior to departure: 90%
1 day or less prior to departure: 100%
Available Packages
9 Day Christmas Markets of Central Europe
Unavailable as of
March 1, 2025
Starting At: $1,411.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person
Extra Options
Danube Dinner Cruise
Unavailable as of
March 1, 2025
$90.00
Deposit: $90.00
DAY 7:
Enjoy a relaxing cruise down the Danube on a private boat, accompanied by the commentary of your local expert. The views from the river are magnificent as you admire the skyline from a different perspective of the city after sunset. The buffet dinner features Hungarian specialties and wine. Transportation is included.
Approximate tour duration is 3 hours.
Half Day Szentendre Tour
Unavailable as of
March 1, 2025
$50.00
Deposit: $50.00
*Museum is subject to closures during Christmas holidays.